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<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" rowspan="2" width=200 BGCOLOR="#000000" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <div> <B><IMG SRC="135a89520.jpg" border=0 width="137" height="82" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> <A HREF="index.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Ringwood Diving Club "><U><B>HOME</B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="ringwood_diving_club_news.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="News"><U><B>NEWS </B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="ringwood_diving_club_.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Diving Classes"><U><B>DIVING CLASSES</B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="ringwood_diving_club_9.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Membership"><U><B>RDC MEMBERSHIP</B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="ringwood_diving_club.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="School Holiday Clinics"><U><B>SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLINICS</B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="ringwood_diving_club_12.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="RDC Uniform Orders"><U><B>UNIFORM ORDERS</B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="competitions.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Competitions"><U><B>COMPETITIONS</B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="http://www.vda.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.vda.com.au"><U><B>VDA MEMBERSHIP</B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="ringwood_diving_club_newsc.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="About Us"><U><B>ABOUT RDC</B></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="ringwood_diving_club_e.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Contact Us"><U><B>CONTACT US</B></U></A></div> </td> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=105 BGCOLOR="#000000" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <bR> <div> <B>RINGWOOD DIVING CLUB</B></div> <div> </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" height=375 colspan=2 BGCOLOR="#FFFFFF" TEXT="#080000"> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="902" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP BGCOLOR=#000099 HEIGHT= 23 WIDTH="896"><div> <B>ABOUT US</B></div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="1" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="856" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#333300" BORDERCOLORDARK="#FFFFFF" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 171 ><NOBR><div> <B>Our facilities include</B>:</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A portable ½ m board</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A 1m and 3m Springboard</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A 5m Platform</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A dry board and crash-mat under a harness</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">An Olympic Trampoline under a harness</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A sprung tumbling strip</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A water harness above the 3m and 1m boards</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700c800000000.png" HEIGHT="13" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Access during the mornings to a further 1m and 3m Springboard</div> <bR> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="10eac1910.jpg" border=0 width="193" height="145" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">   <IMG SRC="10ecc3920.jpg" border=0 width="195" height="146" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="902" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP BGCOLOR=#000099 HEIGHT= 23 ><NOBR><div> <B>RINGWOOD DIVING CLUB INFORMATION BOOKLET - </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FFFFFF" FACE="Arial" ><B>Updated December 2007</B></FONT></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="908" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#000000" BORDERCOLORDARK="#FFFFFF" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 6233 WIDTH="896"><div> <B> <A NAME="who_can_be_a_diver__1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>WHO CAN BE A DIVER?</B></div> <div> Ringwood Diving Club offer Springboard Diving Lessons for children aged from 6 Years. </div> <div> Diving is a wonderful sport to be involved in - it is artistic, challenging, demanding and definitely rewarding. </div> <div> The basic requirements are:</div> <div>  Swim 30 metres</div> <div> Open eyes under water</div> <div> Hold breath under water for 20 seconds</div> <div> Must wear proper swim suit - speedo's for guys and full-piece bathers for girls</div> <div> Must have signed parent permission to participate</div> <bR> <div> The program on offer have been designed to give students an opportunity to learn the basic skills required to learn to dive and then to progress to a recreational or competitive environment, depending on the individual's ability. </div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="basic_rules_of_ringwood_diving_club_1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>BASIC RULES OF RINGWOOD DIVING CLUB</B></div> <div> Divers are expected to be punctual at all times.</div> <div> Parents may only view training sessions from opposite side of the pool.</div> <div> Changes and updates are posted regularly on the notice boards and the web site.</div> <div> Parents wishing to speak with the coach must pre arrange a time either just prior or immediately after a lesson.  This ensures maximum class time for all divers.</div> <div> Fees must be paid prior to commencing diving.</div> <div> No eating of any food beyond signs outside kiosk area. No food or drink is permitted in the back room or the diving area.</div> <div> RDC uniform is compulsory at all competitions.</div> <div> Divers and parents are expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner at all times.</div> <div> Visits to the washrooms must be done in pairs.</div> <div> Divers must inform their coach when leaving the training area.</div> <div> Divers are expected to have their own chamois, towel and drink bottle at all training sessions.</div> <div> All divers are requested to show pride in their club by leaving the diving area in a clean and tidy condition. </div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="what_to_bring_to_training_once_a_member_1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>WHAT TO BRING TO TRAINING ONCE A MEMBER OF RDC</B></div> <div> Towel</div> <div> Bathers</div> <div> Chamois (available from sports stores - not essential)</div> <div> Plastic Drink Bottle of water</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="club_structure_and_fees_____"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>CLUB STRUCTURE AND FEES     </B></div> <bR> <div> Ringwood Diving Club is affiliated with the Victorian Diving Association (VDA) and also to Diving Australia (DA). </div> <bR> <div> All RDC Squad divers diving at Ringwood Diving Club need to be either Full RDC Members or Second Tier RDC Members.</div> <bR> <div> <B>FULL RDC MEMBERSHIP is $107 per year. </B></div> <div> (Which consists of $60 to RDC for membership and $45 forwarded to VDA to cover insurance).</div> <div> No Squad diver is permitted on the boards unless RDC Annual Membership is current.</div> <bR> <div>  Classes are based on the state school terms.</div> <div> Term  fees are payable up front, on a per term basis. </div> <div> <B>You must register online prior to commencement of class.</B></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> Coaches keep a watchful eye over the progress of divers and will approach the diver or parent to suggest changes to schedules. </div> <div> Coaches are always available to speak to parents outside diving hours. (Within reasonable times i.e not after 9pm) </div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="coaches"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>COACHES</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>Head Coach:</B></div> <div> <B>Christian Brooker</B></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="11714d6c0.jpg" border=0 width="77" height="108" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>Assistant Coaches:</B></div> <div> <B>Rhiannon Fullard, Matthew Weston & Melissa Adams</B></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="117215ba0.jpg" border=0 width="277" height="186" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>1.1     </B><B>COMPETITION COACHING FEES  </B></div> <div> An additional coaching fee is applicable for each competition. A fee of $15.00 is to be paid to the Ringwood Diving Club for each event a diver has entered.   <B>Payment must be done online PRIOR TO the competition.</B></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>2.</B><B>    </B><B> <A NAME="_communication_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> COMMUNICATION </B></div> <div> Information updates are sent out regularly via email.</div> <div> A club newsletter is produced every 4 - 6 weeks, emailed and also placed on the club Notice Board at the pool and via the coaches. </div> <div> RDC news is posted on our web site regularly. Information at State level and about competitions is available on the VDA website: <A HREF="http://www.vda.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.vda.com.au"><U><U>www.vda.com.au</U></U></A> </div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>3.  </B><B> <A NAME="club_membership_and_insurance_fees_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> MEMBERSHIP AND INSURANCE FEES</B></div> <div> The only requirement to dive at Ringwood Diving Club is that you are a minimum of  5 years old and must be able to swim confidently in deep water.</div> <div> RDC Membership is compulsory for all "Squad Divers" and is required to be paid prior to diving commencing.  The RDC Annual Membership Fee is payable annually before 1st July. For any diver under 18, one parent/care-giver is automatically considered a member for voting purposes. Dive School, Masters and Clinic divers are not eligible to vote.</div> <div> There are 2 types of Club membership: Full RDC Members or Second Tier RDC Members.</div> <div> <B>FULL RDC MEMBERS</B></div> <div> Club Competitors pay  $92 per diving year - ($60 club membership fees plus $45 insurance per diver).  This enable the diver to compete in all club, novice and pennant events throughout the year.   Full RDC club members are eligible for RDC Club Awards.  These fees are payable online only directly to RDC.</div> <div> <B>SECOND TIER RDC MEMBERS</B></div> <div> A Second Tier RDC Member is a diver who is also registered at another diving club and represents that club at competitions and not Ringwood. </div> <div> Second tier members are divers that wish to use our classes and coaches to improve their diving. They may train on a casual basis or as many times as they like during the year.  They must <I>pre-register</I> online for all classes. </div> <div> If coming for a short period of time, just one or two casual sessions, go to the "Casual Session Registration" page. The cost is $20.00 per casual session.</div> <div> If coming on a regular basis for a term, pre-register via the "Class Registration" page.</div> <div> Full RDC Members are given priority if a class becomes full, even if a Second tier diver is booked in for the term, if demand is there by full RDC members, the Second tier member may be asked to change session times. <I>Priority is given to full members.</I></div> <div> A Second tier RDC diver, diving casually may compete at RDC Club Championships by <I><B>invitation only</B></I><I> </I>and <B>are not eligible for RDC Club awards</B>.</div> <div> A Second Tier diver diving at Ringwood consistently for the past 6 months, 2 or more times a week may compete in RDC Club Championships and be eligible for Club awards. Perpetual Club Awards  and Second Tier RDC divers - a diver must have competed at a competition for "<B>Ringwood</B>" to be included in the running for any Perpetual club awards. Divers who competed for other clubs during the year are not eligible.</div> <bR> <div> <B>3.1  VDA MEMBERSHIP</B></div> <div> VDA (Victorian Diving Association) Members, pay RDC club membership fees plus an annual VDA membership fee, (which includes insurance).</div> <div> This enables the diver to compete at all competitions sanctioned by the VDA and DA.  </div> <div> Parents may also become VDA members which allow voting rights as well as being eligible to help as volunteers at all VDA competitions.</div> <div>  </div> <bR> <div> <B>4.     </B><B> <A NAME="committee_of_management_and_agm"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT and AGM</B></div> <div> The committee is made up of a group of up to 10 voluntary members, elected at our annual Annual General Meeting generally held in August/September each year.  Meetings of the Committee are held approximately once a month.</div> <div> Our AGM and Presentation Day is held together and at this event club trophies are presented. The day usually includes refreshments. A video presentation of highlights throughout the year of all divers from novice through to elite is presented.  This is a great social afternoon and all members are encouraged to attend</div> <bR> <div> <B> </B><B> <A NAME="aquatic_centre_entry_fees"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>AQUATIC CENTRE ENTRY FEES</B></div> <div> These are not included in coaching fees. </div> <div> For a full brochure on Aquatic Centre facilities and fee details go to http://www.maroondahleisure.com.au/ringwoodaquatic.php</div> <bR> <div> <B>6.    </B><B> <A NAME="_diving_displays_and_promotions"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> DIVING DISPLAYS AND PROMOTIONS</B></div> <div> Occasionally  the Aquatic Centre may ask us to put on a display for the public to help promote the centre and our Diving Club. This is usually only for an hour or so, and we encourage all divers in all levels to participate.   Divers may do any dives they wish, and are asked to wear club uniform when entering and leaving the pool on these occasions.</div> <div> There is no cost to participate and divers will be admitted free of charge into the Aquatic Centre.</div> <div>      </div> <div> <B>7.     </B><B> <A NAME="social_events"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>SOCIAL EVENTS</B></div> <div>  Various informal events are held throughout the year.  These offer an opportunity to get to know other divers and their parents.  News of these events is placed on the notice board, emailed or printed in our newsletter.  Social nights include bowling, movies and dinners.</div> <div> We also hold a Christmas get together. All RDC members and their families are encouraged to come along.  Watch the notice board, web site and newsletter for details.</div> <bR> <div> <B>8.     </B><B> <A NAME="_fundraising"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> FUNDRAISING</B></div> <div> Ringwood Diving Club run a very successful Trivia Night once a year, usually in first or second term. We ask all families to support this event as the money raised goes toward new equipment and to help the divers travel interstate for Nationals.</div> <div> Occasionally, we will run an extra fundraiser if we have divers selected in an Australian Team, like the Pacific Rim Competition, or to raise money for a specific piece of equipment. If our Trivia Night is exceptionally successful, we give a donation to our National divers to help with expenses.  All money raised is put back into the club and goes to our divers. Each year we organize a Fundraising Sub-Committee, and welcome new parents at all times, you do not need to be on committee to help out!</div> <bR> <div> <B>9.    </B><B> <A NAME="_diver_of_the_month_awards"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> DIVER OF THE MONTH AWARDS</B></div> <div> A Diver of the Month Award is awarded to two divers per month. This award is an encouragement award which recognises for example good work ethic, achieving individual goals, etc. The award is in the form of a laminated certificate which the diver keeps, as well as a photo on the notice board and acknowledgement in the newsletter and on our web site. Permission to use photographs of all divers is requested in the RDC Membership registration.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>10.     </B><B> <A NAME="uniform"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>UNIFORM</B></div> <div> An RDC polo top is compulsory at all competitions and must be worn when entering and leaving the pool at competitions, when marching on and accepting awards.  Uniform order can be found ONLINE on our web site www.ringwooddivingclub.com.au</div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="321" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" BGCOLOR=#66CCFF > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 265 ><NOBR><div> ..</div> <div> <IMG SRC="f3e16e10.jpg" border=0 width="278" height="225" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>11.  TRAINING & CLASS STRUCTURE</B></div> <bR> <div> Click on the link below for full details.</div> <div> <B> <a href="HTMLobj-4459/Class_Structure_-_Dryland_and_Water_Training.pdf"><u>Class_Structure_-_Dryland_and_Water_Training.pdf</u> </a>  </B></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>12.     </B><B> <A NAME="competition_structure"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>COMPETITION STRUCTURE</B></div> <div> Within the VDA, and DA, there are a number of levels of competition: Novice, Pennant, Age, Junior, Masters and Open. </div> <div> These levels are explained below, but the criteria for qualification in these levels change according to new standards set by DA. </div> <div> A competition calendar is set up annually and is posted on the VDA web site.</div> <div> Ringwood Diving Club expects parents to be involved as volunteers at all competitions.   </div> <bR> <div> <B>12.1    </B><B> <A NAME="_novice_competitions"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> NOVICE COMPETITIONS</B></div> <div> Throughout the year individual clubs host special competitions that cater especially for the new/novice divers. </div> <div> These competitions are conducted to allow new divers to gain competition experience in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. </div> <div> Requirements for these events will be set out prior to each event but generally require less than 6 dives, which can include jumps as well. </div> <div> Competition entry fees are set by each club for each event and are payable to the host club, as outlined on each individual entry form.</div> <div> Each diver needs to be a member of a club, but does not need to be a VDA member. </div> <div> There is a nominal charge added to each entry for divers who are not VDA members.</div> <div> Competition Coaching fees apply, as outlined in 1.1 above.</div> <bR> <div> Examples of  Novice Competitions held annually are:</div> <div> <I>RINGWOOD DIVING CLUB NOVICE EVENTS</I></div> <div> <U>Ringwood/Whitehorse Synchro Challenge</U> -.  Held once a year at the Ringwood Aquatic Centre. Greenwood Ave, Ringwood.  Expressly a novice event, but includes a section for all divers to participate in a synchro competition. All new divers are encouraged to enter this fun competition.  There is a small entry fee and a coaching fee applies.</div> <div> <U>Ringwood Teams Challenge</U> - This event caters for all levels of diving ability, but also has a specific Novice section, where the new divers form teams of four and compete as a team. This is a lot of fun and we encourage all new divers to take part. Teams are usually chosen by the coach in conjunction with the divers.  Competition entry fees are set by RDC for each event.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <I>WHITEHORSE DIVING CLUB NOVICE EVENTS</I></div> <div> Whitehorse Challenge - Held at Whitehorse Aquatic & Leisure Centre, Canterbury Rd, Box Hill.Melways map 49 B11. </div> <div> The Whitehorse Challenge is held once or twice a year for novice divers only. State and National divers are not able to enter these events.</div> <div> <B>You do not need to be a VDA Member to compete at this event.</B></div> <bR> <div> <I>FIRBANK DIVING CLUB NOVICE EVENTS </I></div> <div> Firbank Summer Fun Dive Competition - Held at Firbank Grammar Aquatic Centre, Brighton. Melways map 67 E10.</div> <div> Held once or sometimes twice during the year, mainly for the new/novice divers, but also a section for older divers as well. </div> <div> <B>You do not need to be a VDA Member to compete at this event.</B></div> <bR> <div> <I>MELAM DIVING CLUB NOVICE EVENTS</I></div> <div> The Main Event - Held at Carey Aquatic Centre, 169 Bulleen Rd, Bulleen. Melways map 32 C10.  </div> <div> Run once a year for novice, including a section for the older divers as well.</div> <div> <B>You do not need to be a VDA Member to compete at this event.</B></div> <bR> <div> <I>PLC DIVING CLUB NOVICE EVENTS</I></div> <div> The PLC Event -  Held at PLC Aquatic Centre, 141 Burwood Hwy, Burwood.</div> <div> PLC run a couple of competitions during the year for novice divers, State and National divers are not able to enter these events.</div> <div> <B>You do not need to be a VDA Member to compete at this event.</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>12.2     </B><B> <A NAME="pennant_competitions"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>PENNANT COMPETITIONS</B></div> <div> A five week Pennant Competition is run throughout the year. Membership as a Club competitor is required. Criteria are sent out prior to the Pennant season. This competition is based on ability levels, rather than age requirements like other competitions. The Pennant competition is for all divers to gain competition experience to prepare for qualifying events and beyond. When you compete in a Pennant event, your club is awarded grand prix points for your placement and simply for competing. These points are tallied for the end of year awards such as Club of the Year awarded by VDA. Each diver also has their own points tally and is awarded individual awards from VDA at the end of the year.</div> <div> We encourage all Ringwood divers to progress through the Pennant competition as it is great competition experience.</div> <div> <B>You do not need to be a VDA Member to compete at Pennant.</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>12.3    </B><B> <A NAME="_age_group_competitions"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> AGE GROUP COMPETITIONS</B></div> <div> Qualifying competitions (to qualify for Nationals), State Championships and Nationals Championships are held each year for divers in specific age groups. The ages are determined as at the 31st December. The age groups are divided as follows:</div> <div> 11and under; 12/13 years; Age 14/15 years; Age 16/18 years. Requirements are:</div> <div> <B>All divers must be registered VDA members </B><B>to compete at this event.</B></div> <div> Competition entry fees are set by VDA for each event.</div> <div> Coaching fees are payable in accordance with point 1.1</div> <bR> <div> <B>12.4     </B><B> <A NAME="junior_elite_competitions"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>JUNIOR ELITE COMPETITIONS</B></div> <div> Qualifying competitions (to qualify for Nationals), State Championships and Nationals Championships are held each year for divers in different levels, based on both age and specific criteria, which are set out by DA annually. These criteria are based on the Degree of Difficulty (DD) of a dive as well as a total qualifying score. Age is once again determined as at the 31st December and the levels are:</div> <div> Junior D - 11 and under;  Junior C - 12/ 13 years; Junor B - 14/15 years; Junior A - 16-18 years.  Requirements are:</div> <div> <B>All divers must be registered VDA members to compete at this event.</B></div> <div> Competition entry fees are set by VDA for each event.</div> <div> Coaching fees are payable in accordance with point 1.1 above where applicable. </div> <div> Full lists achieved as set out by DA </div> <bR> <div> <B>12.5    </B><B> <A NAME="_open_competitions"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> OPEN COMPETITIONS</B></div> <div> Any diver is permitted to compete in the Open level, providing they achieve the specific Open Criteria as set out by DA annually and qualify for entry in a recognised DA event. <B>VDA membership is a prerequisite</B>, and where applicable, competition coaching fees apply.</div> <bR> <div> <B>12.6    </B><B> <A NAME="_masters_competitions"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> MASTERS COMPETITIONS</B></div> <div> Open to all divers age 25 and over. <B>VDA membership is a prerequisite</B> and competition coaching fees apply according to point 1.1 above.</div> <bR> <div> <B>13.     </B><B> <A NAME="competition_procedure"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>COMPETITION PROCEDURE FOR DIVERS, PARENTS AND RDC COMMITTEE</B></div> <div> 1. Team selected by head coach.</div> <div> 2. Team list given to competition co-ordinator  (or team manager in the case of Nationals or interstate Competitions).</div> <div> 3. Competition Coordinator or Team manager tells divers they are selected.</div> <div> 4. Diver confirms with Competition Coordinator or Team manager they will attend.</div> <div> 5. List of divers confirmed given to head coach to filter to other coaches.</div> <div> 6. Team manager makes accommodation and transport arrangements (if necessary). </div> <div> 7. Coach discusses with, and tells divers what dives they are doing.</div> <div> 8. Divers to submit entry and dives electronically (if necessary) and CC to coach prior to final date.</div> <div> 9. List of diver's entries given from coach to Competition Coordinator or Team manager for final numbers .</div> <div> 10. Diver or Parent to go online and pay RDC Coaching Fee, PRIOR TO the event.</div> <div> 11. Coach advises on the most suitable time to arrive at the competition (if local event).</div> <div> 12. Diver's responsibility to warm-up prior to event.</div> <div> 13. Diver my not leave the pool without permission of team manager or coach.</div> <div> 14. Competition Manager to email list of all competitors to the Treasurer.</div> <div> 15. Results Coordinator to email full set of results to the Newsletter Editor, Web site coordinator, Secretary and the Treasurer.</div> <div> <B>In Victoria, the Dive Sheets have to be in the possession of the competition organizer at least 48 hours prior to the competition.</B></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>14.     </B><B> <A NAME="national_championships"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS</B></div> <div> Divers come together in a nominated state of Australia, to compete as a State Representative, with the possibility to gain an Australian title in their Age Group, Junior Elite, Open or Masters event. A qualifying score and/or a minimum DD level must be achieved to be eligible to enter Nationals on any level. Opportunities to achieve these scores are provided in various qualifying events through the year.  Once qualifying scores are gained, entry to Nationals is not compulsory, but is strongly encouraged. A state team uniform needs to be purchased and worn at Nationals by all divers.  You can expect the following costs if you intend to participate in National events:  State uniform, travel costs, accommodation, competition entry fees, competition coaching fees for divers outside the Foley Squad and a cost to cover coaches travel and accommodation expenses. All of these costs vary depending on the State in which Nationals are held and the size of the team from RDC.   The Ringwood Diving Club appoints a Team Manager who will be introduced to the Ringwood Team prior to departing for Nationals. The Team Manager liaises with divers and their parents on a daily basis whilst at Nationals and ensures that all dive sheets and any other relevant information is processed as required. This job is shared each year, so it is not the same volunteer each time. We encourage RDC divers and parents to stay at the same accommodation. Details are posted prior to the event.</div> <bR> <div> <B>15.      </B><B> <A NAME="ringwood_club_championships"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>RINGWOOD CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS</B></div> <div> Once a year Ringwood hold a Club Championships event at the Ringwood Aquatic Centre.  This is  open to all RDC members. Age, Competition entry fees are set by RDC.  There is no Coaching fee charged at this event.  Club trophies are awarded at our Annual General Meeting in August each year. Only fully financial RDC club members are eligible for these awards.  Go to RDC web site to enter. Event usually held in July.  Open to all RDC Full Members.  Open to all Second Tier RDC Members diving at Ringwood consistently for 2 or more sessions per week, over the past 6 months. Second Tier RDC Members not diving consistently at Ringwood may compete by invitation only. Open to all RDC Full Members training in the High Performance Squad who dive for Ringwood at competitions throughout the year.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>16.    </B><B> <A NAME="_missed_diving_sessions"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B> MISSED DIVING SESSIONS</B></div> <div> Make up sessions are often not possible during the week day classes due to class size limits. </div> <div> <B><U>Therefore it is club policy that no make up sessions are allowed.</U></B></div> <div> <I><B>Reimbursements are only issued if a diver misses more than three weeks training due to injury or illness </B></I><I><B><U>and has a supporting doctor certificate. </U></B></I></div> <div> All requests for refunds must be addressed to The Committee and dealt with on a case by case basis.</div> <div> We do not offer make up sessions for a missed session due to a public holiday.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="club_test"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>RINGWOOD DIVING CLUB TEST</B></div> <div> For everything we think, say or do</div> <div> Is it the truth?</div> <div> Is it fair to all concerned?</div> <div> Will it build goodwill and better friendships?</div> <div> Will it be beneficial to all concerned?</div> <div> Is it consistent with our mission and values.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="_club_values"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>RINGWOOD DIVING CLUB VALUES</B></div> <div> Commitment</div> <div> Communication</div> <div> Enjoyment</div> <div> Honesty</div> <div> Leadership</div> <div> Personal Development</div> <div> Respect</div> <div> Responsibility</div> <div> Teamwork</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="mission_statement"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>RINGWOOD DIVING CLUB</B></div> <div> <B>MISSION STATEMENT:</B></div> <bR> <div> <I>To provide a friendly, enjoyable and challenging environment </I></div> <div> <I>to enable all divers and coaches to realize their potential consistent with their goals.</I></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="ringwood_diving_club_contact_1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><B>RINGWOOD DIVING CLUB </B></FONT></div> <div> <B>CONTACTS</B></div> <div> <B>2007/2008</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>Ringwood Diving Club</B></div> <div> Postal Address:</div> <div> PO Box 4335</div> <div> Ringwood, 3134</div> <bR> <div> <B>Location: </B></div> <div> <B>Ringwood Aquatic Centre</B></div> <div> Jubilee Park, Greenwood Ave Ringwood 3134 </div> <bR> <div> <B>Senior Coach:  </B></div> <div> Christian Brooker: Email:<A HREF="mailto: christian@ringwooddivingclub.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto: christian@ringwooddivingclub.com"><U> </U></A><A HREF="mailto: christian@ringwooddivingclub.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto: christian@ringwooddivingclub.com"><U><I>christian@ringwooddivingclub.com.au</I></U></A><I> </I></div> <bR> <div> <B>Assistant Coaches:</B></div> <div> Rhiannon Fullard: Email: <A HREF="mailto:rhiannon@ringwooddivingclub.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:rhiannon@ringwooddivingclub.com.a"><U><I>rhiannon@ringwooddivingclub.com.au</I></U></A></div> <div> Matthew Weston: Email: <A HREF="mailto:matthew@ringwooddivingclub.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:matthew@ringwooddivingclub.com.au"><U><I>matthew@ringwooddivingclub.com.au</I></U></A></div> <div> Melissa Adams: Email: <A HREF="mailto:melissa@ringwooddivingclub.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:melissa@ringwooddivingclub.com.au"><U><I>melissa@ringwooddivingclub.com.au</I></U></A></div> <bR> <div> <B>President: </B>Tony Fullard  - 0419 325466 Email:<I> </I><A HREF="mailto:president@ringwooddivingclub.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:president@ringwooddivingclub.com."><U><I>president@ringwooddivingclub.com.au</I></U></A></div> <div> <B>Vice President: </B>Simon Hicks: Email:<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > </FONT><A HREF="mailto:sphicks@bigpond.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:sphicks@bigpond.com"><U><I>sphicks@bigpond.com</I></U></A></div> <div> <B>Treasurer:  </B>Tim Urwin - 0425 789228   Email:<A HREF="mailto:treasurer@ringwooddivingclub.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:treasurer@ringwooddivingclub.com."><U><I> treasurer@ringwooddivingclub.com.au</I></U></A></div> <div> <B>Secretary:  </B>Maggie Palmer</div> <div> <B>Uniform:  </B>Sabrina Pozzobon - Email: <A HREF="mailto:uniforms@ringwooddivingclub.com.au" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:uniforms@ringwooddivingclub.com.a"><U><I>uniforms@ringwooddivingclub.com.au</I></U></A></div> <div> <B>Web site & online registrations:  </B>Carolyn Weston - 0448 776854<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > AH</FONT></div> <div> <B>Newsletter: </B>Carolyn Weston - 0448 776854<FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > AH</FONT></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>RDC - Direct Payment</B></div> <div> Ringwood Diving Club</div> <div> BSB 063 167</div> <div> Account #: 00904160</div> <bR> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>